What are the responsibilities and job description for the Refuse Truck Driver position at City of Owensboro?
Safety sensitive position regulated by the Dept. of Transportation due to Commercial Driver's License requirement, responsible for becoming qualified and operating as part of a crew and/or driving multiple solid-waste collection trucks, dump trucks, or any other equipment associated with the department. Performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment. Public service-oriented personality a must.
Starting pay $22.1685/hr.
Provided benefits include but are not limited to:
Primary essential functions include but are not limited to;
Starting pay $22.1685/hr.
Provided benefits include but are not limited to:
- Health Insurance
- Group life insurance
- Wellness program
- CERS retirement through Kentucky Retirement Systems
- Vacation
- Sick time
- Holidays (for eligible employees)
Primary essential functions include but are not limited to;
- Drives large vehicles/equipment, including but not limited to; refuse packer truck, or truck equipped with hydraulic lifting device;
- Transports refuse collectors, leaf rakers, on designated routes;
- Operates automated trash cart lifting device on truck;
- Unloads refuse truck;
- Performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
- High School diploma or GED
- Valid Driver's License
- Valid CDL, Class B or higher
TO APPLY:
Application must be received no later than Saturday, March 8. 2025. Visit www.owensboro.org; Click on Employment Opportunities and the position link; click Apply. First-time users need to create an account as instructed. If you have any questions, or wish to confirm receipt of your application, call Elaine Timmel at (270) 687-8540 or toll free (888) 616-8540 prior to application deadline. Hearing impaired, call TDD/Voice (270) 687-4459.
The City of Owensboro is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA--M/F/V/D
ADA accommodations may be requested by calling (270) 687-8542.
Salary : $46,114
